To find omeprazole over-the-counter, look for Prilosec OTC! Prilosec OTC is a delayed-release 20 mg tablet that must be taken before eating once a day, every day for 14 days
This can be harmful or prevent Taking omeprazole long-term may cause you to develop stomach growths called fundic gland polyps
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you
Take with a full glass of water prior to eating in the morning and swallow the tablet whole
Use an oral syringe to draw up the amount of water needed to mix your dose
For this reason, stop taking Prilosec OTC and tell your doctor if you: • are not feeling better and your heartburn continues to worsen • need to take this product for more than 14 days numbness and tingling around the mouth , fingertips, or feet
pinpoint red spots on the skin
+ Prilosec OTC works by preventing excess acid production which causes heartburn, BLOCKING heartburn at the source
Continual use of omeprazole not only raises the risk of side effects in general, but it also raises the risk of more serious side effects
loss of appetite
It works by decreasing the amount of acid your stomach makes
If you are between the ages of 18 and 60, take no other medication or have no other medical conditions, side effects you are more likely to experience include: If you are also taking sucralfate, take omeprazole at least 30 minutes before sucralfate
They may also recommend a different PPI that’s less likely to
Take omeprazole capsules or delayed-release capsules before a meal, preferably in the morning
Refer to your medication guide or consult a healthcare professional for instructions on how to take Prilosec
As with OTC Nexium, OTC Prilosec is also used for short-term treatment of frequent indigestion or heartburn two or more times per week
Carefully open the capsule and sprinkle the pellets onto the applesauce
The most common side effects with Prilosec in adults include: headache